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Legislative Update | June 05, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of June 1
Ontario Legislature Rises for 21-week Break: The Ford government ended its spring session two days early and has started an extended 21-week break. Government House Leader Steve Clark shared that politicians won’t return to Queen’s Park until Oct. 27 as returning earlier could “interfere” with local mayoral races around the province.
Submission | June 05, 2026
HRTO Rules of Procedure
The OBA provides comments to the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“HRTO”) concerning proposed updates to the HRTO’s Rules of Procedure (“Rules”).
Article | June 03, 2026
Why Where You Post Legal Career Opportunities Matters More Than Ever
In hiring lawyers, context, credibility, and connection can shape better outcomes for employers and candidates alike.
Advocacy | May 29, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 25
Civil Rules Review Update: Attorney General Downey and Former Chief Justice Morawetz released a statement on the changes intended to be advanced in 2026.
Legislative Update | May 25, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 18
Island Airport Cost: The Toronto Port Authority has said that the proposed Billy Bishop airport expansion would cost up to $5 billion dollars to complete. Ontario is proposed to take over Toronto’s role in the tripartite agreement that governs the land and has stated that the Federal government supports the expansion.
Landlord & Tenant Board | May 25, 2026
LTB: Update to the Practice Direction on Applications Involving Non-Profit Housing Co-operatives
Effective May 15, 2026, the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) released an updated Practice Direction on Applications Involving Non-Profit Housing Co-operatives. The updated Practice Direction provides a current and detailed explanation of the LTB hearing process for Co-op applications.
Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario | May 25, 2026
HRTO: Consultation for Updates to Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Rules of Procedure
Following the first phase of Rule updates launched in 2025, the Human Rights Tribunal (HRTO) is proposing further updates to its Rules of Procedure to simplify processes and ease user experience.
Legislative Update | May 15, 2026
Your OBA LegUp Policy and Legislative Update Week of May 11
Ontario Courts Virtual Training Sessions: The Ontario Courts Digital Transformation Team is offering ongoing virtual training opportunities for members of the legal community on the Ontario Courts Public Portal (OCPP), beginning May 19, 2026, and running through September 2026.
Media Release | May 11, 2026
Ontario Justice Centres Honoured with OBA President’s Award for Transforming Access to Justice
Ontario Bar Association President, Katy Commisso, is recognizing Ontario’s Justice Centres with the association’s annual OBA President’s Award.
Child & Family Services Review Board | April 16, 2026
CFSRB: Operational Update
The Child and Family Services Review Board (CFSRB) is introducing a more user-friendly way for applicants to fill out commonly used application forms
